Synopsis

The chapter exposes a plot where the protagonist was manipulated into sending a poisoned letter meant for the Crown Prince, under orders from a hybrid orc-human pirate boss, Toleo Arangis. It also highlights the protagonist being targeted by Commander Tovan Baltal, a member of the Empire Demon Corps, who swears to hunt them down for their involvement. The final revelation suggests that the protagonist's actions inadvertently reversed some pre-established roles or positions in the overall scheme, implying a shift in power or responsibility. The protagonist realizes that the scheme was meant to brand the Valte Household as traitors.